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Federalism in the United States

Question 3 • Introduction to Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security

During the era of The Federalist Papers, for what reason was the Constitution often rejected?

Answer
A
Some felt the Constitution would not work in their geographical territory.
B
The people did not know enough about the Constitution.
C
It was seen as unnecessary, because the states should govern their own affairs.
D
It was written by federalists.

Explanation

Many opponents of the Constitution believed the states should retain control over their own affairs and that creating a stronger national government was unnecessary. This concern about shifting power from the states to the federal government was a major reason the Constitution was rejected by some people during the ratification debate. The correct choice is “It was seen as unnecessary, because the states should govern their own affairs.”

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